Italian by Night is an urban Italian restaurant and bar with a cuisine focused on combining imported Italian ingredients with local seasonal ingredients. We use old world techniques in a modern kitchen. From the moment you arrive, the outside world will fade away.
The contemporary industrial turn-of-the-century space is the perfect backdrop for dropping by for a glass of wine and pizza at the bar, sharing platters with friends or colleagues at one of our signature family-style tables or a relaxed, intimate evening of dining.Our goal is to share our love of Italy by creating an authentic Italian dining experience.
The contemporary industrial turn-of-the-century space is the perfect backdrop for dropping by for a glass of wine and pizza at the bar, sharing platters with friends or colleagues at one of our signature family-style tables or a relaxed, intimate evening of dining.Our goal is to share our love of Italy by creating an authentic Italian dining experience.
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FRESH ROSEMARY FOCACCIASingle serving house made fresh rosemary and Maldon sea salt focaccia. IBN EXTRA VIRGIN OIL OILOur private label extra virgin olive oil has a rich fruity flavour with a peppery finish. ROSEMARY FOCACCIARosemary and Maldon Sea Salt Flakes Focaccia Large 12" x 17" 24 hours notice.
Reviews (26)
Jennifer IrvinWard
Dec 23, 2021
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Corrine Donovan
Oct 01, 2021
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Fantastic experience! Staff was amazing and helpful. Put together but friendly atmosphere. Food is top notch. Great for every occasion.
Edit: I've seen some people complain about "being removed" after a period of time and I just want to let others know WE GET AN EMAIL ABOUT THIS BEFORE EVEN GOING. Due to Covid they set times for party goers and they tell you before your reservation. I do not know why these people are hiding that fact while posting a bad review. You are given MORE than enough time to enjoy your dinners and deserts, then you leave at your exit time. Very clearly stated in the emails
Edit: I've seen some people complain about "being removed" after a period of time and I just want to let others know WE GET AN EMAIL ABOUT THIS BEFORE EVEN GOING. Due to Covid they set times for party goers and they tell you before your reservation. I do not know why these people are hiding that fact while posting a bad review. You are given MORE than enough time to enjoy your dinners and deserts, then you leave at your exit time. Very clearly stated in the emails
Abby Freitas
Sep 12, 2021
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Ryan Luttrell
Sep 03, 2021
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Best restaurant experience in Saint John, hands down! Our server Michael was professional, personable and incredibly welcoming! The owner stopped by our table because she heard we got married in Italy! We had a wonderful chat and then she bought us each a digestif for dessert. Definitely a spot you need to check out if your in Saint John
Jeff Ferguson
Aug 20, 2021
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Mark Purdy
Jul 31, 2021
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Jeff H.
Jul 02, 2021
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Andrew N. Byrne
Jan 07, 2021
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4 star food, 5 star service. The food here while not perfect, was close and it all tasted incredible. My brother's meatballs and pasta was huge and we were able to take some to go. It was also amazing. Perfectly cooked pasta and the 2 large meatballs left nothing to be desired. My salmon risotto was delicious. The only thing was there was a bit more liquid in the risotto than I am accustomed to. However, it was taken care of by the large piece of salmon on top with the perfectly crispy skin, so maybe that's the point. I ultimately gave this location 5 stars though because our server was wonderful
Shayne K.
Jan 21, 2020
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The service at this restaurant never ceases to have me leaving feeling impressed and like I made a great decision to book a table here. Great selection of drinks, food and knowledgeable staff on site to help recommended which wine to go along with your dish. The atmosphere is always great and clean and friendly staff. I would absolutely recommended this place!
Serena Simmons
Jan 16, 2020
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Let's get started.
Atmosphere: to be short, it was dark. Like pretty lights but a little too dark for my liking. The wait staff was very friendly and always had our water filled and dishes taken up. Speaking of dishes, they took the first set of cutlery we had for apps and replaced it with the same + a sharp knife. An annoyance and waste.
Game hen: the hen was perfectly cooked and simple with just salt I believe. It was the highlight of the dish. The gnocchi tasted like glorified tater tots. The little bit of brussel sprouts I got were super salty. The squash was randomly spicy and lacking salt
Atmosphere: to be short, it was dark. Like pretty lights but a little too dark for my liking. The wait staff was very friendly and always had our water filled and dishes taken up. Speaking of dishes, they took the first set of cutlery we had for apps and replaced it with the same + a sharp knife. An annoyance and waste.
Game hen: the hen was perfectly cooked and simple with just salt I believe. It was the highlight of the dish. The gnocchi tasted like glorified tater tots. The little bit of brussel sprouts I got were super salty. The squash was randomly spicy and lacking salt
Marilyn M.
Aug 27, 2019
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I'm a foodie and I'm picky with my italian food. This place wowed me. The service was impeccable, the warm towel when you get there is a lovely touch. The lasagna was perfection. The offered prosecco and strawberry on the house for our anniversary. I couldn't be more pleased with our dinner at Italian by night. The decor is beautiful, romantic, the waiter was polite and attentive. Everything was perfect!
Fran Menton
Aug 25, 2019
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Christian T.
Aug 17, 2019
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Sharon L.
Jul 19, 2019
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At another restaurant we had mediocre food the previous night and was looking for something to reset our vacation experience. We picked well. This restaurant is a true gem and we were lucky to get our reservations. The place was packed, so I would encourage just dropping in. The seating is spacious and you feel like you are in a very intimate setting though there are many diners. They had coat hooks next to our table so we could sit comfortably.
Danielle was our server and we hit the jackpot. She was personable yet professional. Knowledgeable yet down to earth. We know she had several tables but
Danielle was our server and we hit the jackpot. She was personable yet professional. Knowledgeable yet down to earth. We know she had several tables but
Sharon Q.
Jul 16, 2019
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Came here with some friends and had the best time. The space is large and open but seemed intimate at the same time. And it smelled Italian as soon as you opened the door.
Firstly, our waiter was perfect, knowledgeable, attentive and also left us alone!
We had cocktails and wine. Cava was dry, how I like it. And a delicious Spanish Tempranillo recc by our waiter. It was perfect and didn't break the bank. We liked it so much we bought some the next day at NBLC.
We shared several appetisers including the meatballs, the calamari fritti, and the octopus which was sous vide and then grilled
Firstly, our waiter was perfect, knowledgeable, attentive and also left us alone!
We had cocktails and wine. Cava was dry, how I like it. And a delicious Spanish Tempranillo recc by our waiter. It was perfect and didn't break the bank. We liked it so much we bought some the next day at NBLC.
We shared several appetisers including the meatballs, the calamari fritti, and the octopus which was sous vide and then grilled
Gerrit K.
Jul 06, 2019
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Delicious food, attentive staff, upscale environment, good selection of beverages, great place for a special night out.
The staff is quite attentive, even when the place is bustling with customers. They tend to be very friendly and accommodating.
The menu has a good variety of flavorful food as long as you don't mind a heavy hand with the salt. Unfortunately, the pizza was basically inedible because the exterior of the crust had salt added as well, but the rest of the food was great, even though it was also even more salty than most places. The flavour combinations of each dish is inventive
The staff is quite attentive, even when the place is bustling with customers. They tend to be very friendly and accommodating.
The menu has a good variety of flavorful food as long as you don't mind a heavy hand with the salt. Unfortunately, the pizza was basically inedible because the exterior of the crust had salt added as well, but the rest of the food was great, even though it was also even more salty than most places. The flavour combinations of each dish is inventive
Michel C.
Apr 20, 2019
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Second time in St John, but first time at IBN. Really nice place. A little upscale with people that are down to earth. I ordered an Osso Boucco which was properly cooked accompanied by potatoes presented in a special way. I recommend. You have a decent selection of wine by the glass. I finish with a cappucino accompanied by a limoncello. Wonderful. Judging by the crowed, it is a very popular spot.
Terri S.
Dec 07, 2018
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Hm M.
Nov 12, 2018
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Came here with friends. We had a really good dining experience. Servers were professional and friendly. Food was also really good. I got the calamari which was excellent. As well as one of the pizzas which was also quite good. Overall, definitely recommend this dining experience and I would go again for sure.
Imelda J.
Oct 28, 2018
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Stopped here for dinner earlier this week while on my honeymoon road trip through New England and Eastern Canada.
This place was poppin' during mid-week and we failed to make reservations. I think it was extra busy due to the Chop Chop event going on in the city that week for the restaurants. We ate at the bar and were served by the bartender, Perry who was super personable and a fun guy. We got drinks and my husband ordered their Chop Chop menu and I got their dish of the day. I got a steak while he got a pork chop which both were huge and delicious. All the food was delicious. After we
This place was poppin' during mid-week and we failed to make reservations. I think it was extra busy due to the Chop Chop event going on in the city that week for the restaurants. We ate at the bar and were served by the bartender, Perry who was super personable and a fun guy. We got drinks and my husband ordered their Chop Chop menu and I got their dish of the day. I got a steak while he got a pork chop which both were huge and delicious. All the food was delicious. After we
Oct 17, 2018
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Chuck W.
Oct 11, 2017
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We walked in without reservations and were seated right away. The hostess was friendly, out going, enthusiastic, and provided great support for the wait staff. Our waitress was friendly and very efficient.
We started with mussels which were delicious. My wife had the fish of the day and I had the fettuccine Alfredo con pollo. The fish was prepared perfectly according to my wife, and the Alfredo was creamy and the chicken was grilled to perfection; done but still moist. I definitely recommend this restaurant!
We started with mussels which were delicious. My wife had the fish of the day and I had the fettuccine Alfredo con pollo. The fish was prepared perfectly according to my wife, and the Alfredo was creamy and the chicken was grilled to perfection; done but still moist. I definitely recommend this restaurant!
Jennifer B.
Aug 13, 2017
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We came here after receiving many amazing reviews from friends and co workers and we definitely agree with everyone that this place is spectacular! We arrived with no reservations on a busy Sat night and the hostess Elizabeth, pulled some magic and we are so grateful for finding us a spare table! So our first impression is that this restaurant is amazing!
Our waitress Lydia was so friendly and helpful, again adding to the experience!
The meal itself was delicious! We had the Spiedini sharing platter and my only qualms about this antipasti was that it was a sharing platter and yet all the items
Our waitress Lydia was so friendly and helpful, again adding to the experience!
The meal itself was delicious! We had the Spiedini sharing platter and my only qualms about this antipasti was that it was a sharing platter and yet all the items
Jack C.
Jul 31, 2017
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Erica Ellefsen
Jul 10, 2017
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It's clear to me a lot of passion and care has gone into the creation of this restaurant.
Starting with the food, it was absolutely delicious and freshly made. I would say the portion sizes are quite generous. And finally presentation was not overlooked, the dishes were plated simply and looked great.
The service was exceptional, our server was friendly and attended our table regularly. We were a family of six, our food arrived in a timely manner, in good order and all the dishes were correct.
Finally, the atmosphere was that of an upscale restaurant. Set in a historic brick building, while
Starting with the food, it was absolutely delicious and freshly made. I would say the portion sizes are quite generous. And finally presentation was not overlooked, the dishes were plated simply and looked great.
The service was exceptional, our server was friendly and attended our table regularly. We were a family of six, our food arrived in a timely manner, in good order and all the dishes were correct.
Finally, the atmosphere was that of an upscale restaurant. Set in a historic brick building, while
Sarah E.
Mar 17, 2017
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Came here after a Yuk Yuks comedy show around 10pm on a Saturday night.
Since the comedy show let out, a bunch of people made their way up to Italian by Night for some food and drinks.
I was the first one through the door and waited at the host stand, as I assumed they were still serving. Many servers walked by me and the other standing at the host stand and did not say a word to us. They also watched us stand there from across the room and no one bothers to greet us or tell us the dinning room was closed. I finally approached one of the servers and said, "Is there a host? There is a line
Since the comedy show let out, a bunch of people made their way up to Italian by Night for some food and drinks.
I was the first one through the door and waited at the host stand, as I assumed they were still serving. Many servers walked by me and the other standing at the host stand and did not say a word to us. They also watched us stand there from across the room and no one bothers to greet us or tell us the dinning room was closed. I finally approached one of the servers and said, "Is there a host? There is a line
